Seriously though, the bar and the angle that the shifters are mounted on the bar can make a huge difference in how the shifters feel. That said, the hood shape also can make a huge difference. Post a picture of your setup, as was requested earlier, and maybe you will get more meaningful comments.
Sorry for the hijack, but I had my bike with me at the office today and snapped a pic. As mentioned earlier, I am a bit new and wide open to suggestions. I've kept this setup as the reach is fine from both positions.
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